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Cleveland Clinic CT Technologist in Akron, Ohio
Join Cleveland Clinic Akron General where we have been providing world-class care to the community for over 100 years. At Akron General, you will work and learn from some of the best caregivers, provide and receive multitudes of support and appreciation, and create the steppingstones toward a rewarding career with one of the world's most respected healthcare organizations. We strive for patient-centered care and comfort, and we are committed to serving the community and treating our patients as family.
As a Radiology CT Technologist, you will be responsible for performing computerized tomography (CT) procedures to aid in diagnosing disease or injury. Some of your duties include preparing and educating patients for CT exams, performing exams, and transferring the results from the CT console to the Picture Archive and Communication System (PACS).
The ideal future caregiver is someone who:
Has completed an accredited radiologic technology program, holds a current Radiology license in the state of Ohio, and is registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology.
Has Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
Treats patients with compassion, empathy, and patience.
Is driven to excellence.
In this role, you will work in a dynamic and technologically advanced environment that allows you to discover, learn and grow. This role is eligible for a sign on bonus. You'll remain professionally challenged as you shape the career of your dreams and find where you belong, here at Cleveland Clinic.
At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.
Responsibilities:
Schedules and prepares patients for exams including coordinating procedures with Radiology, nursing units and other departments.
Oversees maintenance of equipment to ensure full calibration and complete functioning.
Maintains adequate inventory of supplies.
Observes patient constantly to respond to any adverse reactions to ensure safety.
Keeps abreast of new development in field by attending appropriate meetings/seminars and reviewing current literature.
Works continually to anticipate and exceed the needs and expectations of customers.
Assesses patients clinical history and performs exams appropriately by selecting proper setting to correspond to patients size, shape and clinical history
Selects proper settings that best demonstrate normal anatomy and pathology and transfer from computer to PACS and/or film.
Uses workstations proficiently to produce quality 3 D reconstructions.
Identifies patient and properly evaluates requisition for exam to be performed.
Identifies contrast and dosage and loads pressure injector using proper settings.
Injects contrast material by intravenous puncture or established intravenous, under the direction of the radiologist.
Ensures the safety of patients, visitors, co-workers and self, by using appropriate radiation and bloodborne pathogen precautions.
Complies with all Radiology information systems (including PACS) entry requirements for accurate patient, film, supply and tracking monitors.
Assists and supports the Radiologic student program, specifically the clinical aspect. Provides supervision and feedback to students as they perform procedures. Reviews images with students on request and provides quarterly evaluations of students to clinical instructions for formal reviews.
Completes mandatory education and training in order to maintain organization and department specific competencies and requirements. Maintains applicable certification/licensure.
Follows hospital and department policies and procedures with special attention to attendance and punctuality, confidentiality, dress code and display of ID badge, and safety.
Other duties as assigned
Education:
- High school graduate or the equivalent.
Certifications:
Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology.
Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in computer tomography within 24 months of appointment.
Current Radiology license in the State of Ohio.
BLS from AHA.
Complexity of Work:
Maintains competencies specific to patient population served.
Ability to work other shifts including weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.
Work Experience:
- Two years experience in diagnostic Radiology in order to be eligible for onsite training in CT Scanning preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required
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